How to Cook Rice
This classic rice recipe from 1900 offers a simple yet effective method for achieving perfectly cooked, separate rice grains. The technique involves washing, drying, and boiling the rice before a slow simmer. The result is a fluffy, dry, and satisfying side dish, perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Rice (Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe))
- 5 cups Water (Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe))
- 1 teaspoon Salt (Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe))
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Instructions
- 1Wash the rice in several changes of water until the water runs clear. Drain the rice thoroughly. Rub the rice between clean towels until it is as dry as possible. This helps the grains separate during cooking.
- 2Bring 5 cups of salted water to a rolling boil in a pot. Add the prepared rice, a spoonful at a time, to the boiling water. Boil hard for 10 minutes.
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